The History of Newport | Newport Isle of Wight | Heart of the Island | Newport Isle of Wight Garages The History of Newport The first recorded reference to ‘Newport’ is in 1180 stating that the town was founded by the first Earl of Devon and the Lord of the Isle of Wight. Back then, the River Medina, which runs through the centre of the town, was the power supply for no less than 15 corn mills, some of which still stand today. In 1377, an invading French force burn down much of the town while attempting to take Carisbrooke Castle which stands proudly above the town, now owned and maintained as an English Heritage site. The town was incorporated as a borough in 1608 and its position as an area of trade accessible to the sea meant it rapidly took over from Carisbrooke as the main central settlement, eventually absorbing it as a suburb. Due to Newport never being a walled town, there are no physical boundaries. However, the edges of the town are clearly defined by the naming of streets by the four points of the compass.

There is evidence that prehistoric settlements existed in Newport and Roman remains are still being discovered such as the Newport Roman Villa site which is open to the public. Newport is home to St Thomas’ Church which was built in 1857, the Guildhall, originally the Town Hall, which was designed by John Nash and built in 1813, and a number of other historical buildings of interest with a colourful past. Ordnance Survey Blog The River Medina cycle path - Cowes to Newport, Isle of Wight 08 Sep 2011 The annual Isle of Wight Cycling Festival takes place from the 17 – 25 September 2011 and being someone that used to live on the Island, I was asked to share a route that I and many others have ridden. The route I’m writing about runs between West Cowes and Newport, along a cycle path beside the banks of the River Medina for 4 miles. Cowes has a rich ship and boat building history and has been seen as a home for international yacht racing since the founding of the Royal Yacht Squadron in 1815. Linking the towns of East and West Cowes is a floating bridge.

Newport is situated slightly to the north of the centre of the Island, at the head of the River Medina which flows northward to the Solent. There is a quay called ‘Little London’ which is at the end of the main stretch of the river where boats can navigate. Start: Shepherds Wharf, Medina Road, West Cowes Distance: 8 miles Time: About 1 hour and 50 minutes Terrain: Flat riverside cycle path with some urban and wooded surroundings Maps: OS Explorer map OL29 Eating and drinking: There are various shops at the beginning of the route in Cowes and also at the end in Newport town. There is also a pub on the quayside at the end of the walk called The Bargeman’s Rest. Parking and toilets: There is pay and display parking on Medina Road and toilets also on Medina Road and The Cut. Bike hire: IsleCycle , Wight Cycle Hire Getting there: From the mainland and if you’re bringing your bike, I’d recommend using: Red Funnel car ferry, (if you’re going direct to Cowes) from Southampton and use the chain ferry to cross over to West Cowes. The Red Jet service does not allow bikes on its boats.

However you can use any of the Wightlink services between Lymington and Yarmouth, Portsmouth to Ryde and Fishbourne. If you’re on the Island take the A3020 from Newport to West Cowes. Meeting point Meeting outside Shepherds Wharf on Medina Road you will see the Cowes Lifeboat station, where interestingly enough our colleague Richard OCallaghan is helmsman. With the station on your left, follow Medina Road towards the floating bridge. Just before the road ends you’ll see a right hand turn into Bridge Road. Next take the third left onto Arctic Road. From here on it’s pretty straight on. You will see Arctic Road road curve back on itself, but follow the footpath/cycle path to Newport which carries straight on. You’ll see Shamblers Copse on your right as you begin the path, this is where the old railway line used to run. Osborne House If you look across the River Medina you’ll see the twin chimneys of the old power station and the twin towers which form the top of Queen Victoria’s residence, Osborne House. Both the power station and Osborne House are situated in East Cowes and I can recommend the latter for a visit.

Wildlife You’ll now see the landscape open out into a large area of natural habitat, with the odd man made feature, namely the Ryde paddle steamer and the Island Harbour Marina. Watch out for curlews at certain times of the year, they can often be seen wading in the mudflats. Crossing over Pinkmead, Little Werrar and lastly the old viaduct, which used to carry the railway stretching between the two towns, you will see Dodnor Creek which is an area of open marsh and woodland. Back in the 1790’s, the creek was dammed so it could provide power to a tide mill. The area now has a conservation order, as you will see many different birds and insects inhabit the area. Little London and Newport There is now a short incline up Dodnor Lane, which runs beside an industrial estate just before you get into the main town of Newport. You’ll come to the end of the traffic free part of the route as you will now follow Little London along the quayside to the end of the route.

Just before you go under the flyover you will see The Bargeman’s Rest pub and as you go under the flyover, on the left you will see Quay Arts which is an arts and entertainment centre, housed in the old warehouses along the banks of the river. After you’ve visited Newport, follow the track back the way you came to complete the journey. Have you ridden or walked the Isle of Wight cycle way between Cowes and Newport? Are you going to take part in the Isle of Wight Cycling Festival? If you are, let me know. Images via Flickr from: The Footprint Trust - Riverfest Riverfest Riverfest 2017 will be on Saturday 13th May 2017, 11am to 3pm, subject to licensing. Riverfest is a fun free community event which takes place every May in the heart of the Isle of Wight, Newport, the Islandï¿½s capital. The event has all the feel of a traditional village fete, with many free activities for children. Local charities attend promoting the work they do in the community, helping people and the local environment.

You can find out about the Islandï¿½s unique ecology and discover what lurks in the mud in the Medina river, thanks to the crew from the Medina Valley Centre! You might also wish to have a paddle in a canoe, but look out for the notorious Crew of the Rose Pirates and the Wolfgaurd Vikings! There is no entrance fee as the Quay is owned by the IW Council, who support this event by not charging for its use. Riverfest is organised by The Footprint Trust, a local charity, which promotes sustainable living. The event is supported by Community Action IW, Southern Co-Operative, Natural Enterprice, Newport Parish Council, SSE, Vectis Sunrise Rotary. Young people are at the centre of this event and perform at it and take an active role in many of the organisations taking place. When walking to Riverfest you will pass trend, the UKï¿½s first upcycling youth cafï¿½ ï¿½ they will be at Riverfest this year selling things made from discarded materials.

A full programme of this yearï¿½s events will be put here in April Local traders support the event so that you can enjoy local food and drink, ranging from ice cream to vegetarian and meaty delights, along with cakes and sweets. Arts and crafts are also available at very reasonable prices. Renewable technology also features at the event along with information on sustainable transport, such as cycling and public transport. You can also try your skills on a rifle range, have a go on a bouncy castle and test your strength on a traditional fairground striker! Historical boats from the Classic Boat Museum are on show, along with vessels of all shapes and sizes that sail to this popular event. We encourage everyone who can to walk, cycle or sail to Riverfest, leaving their car at home. Buses stop nearby too, and all buses lead to Newport. The event is a short walk from the bus station, and is served by footpaths and a cycle route. The event focuses on the historic river Medina, internationally important for wildlife but also a great place to navigate by boat, or walk or cycle along its picturesque banks. Historically, a harbour and quay and a place of boat building and industry.

Today boats are still repaired and serviced along its banks and quayside, old power stations and industrial manufacturing have been replaced by new technology focusing on natural energy. The townï¿½s name comes from it being the New Port for the original capital of Carisbrooke. If youï¿½re thinking of visiting the Island then make Riverfest part of your stay, fares from the mainland are generally cheaper at off-peak times, prior to the height of the tourist season. Many attractions are open and you can see what else the island has to offer at We are very grateful to the Maritime Volunteer Service and the many volunteers who support the event, without which Riverfest would not happen. If you would like to get involved in fundraising, stewarding, organising etc please do get in touch. Riverfest aims to achieve the following; Raise awareness of the environmental and leisure benefits of the water environment Promote sustainable water use and conservation of wetland habitats To promote organisations and businesses with an interest in the River Medina and the wider community To sponsor this event or to find out about booking a stall please email ray@footprint-trust.co.uk or call Ray on 01983 822282.

Riverfest partner organisations Big thanks go to our sponsors The Southern Co-operative, and those who give financial and other support including Newport Parish Council , Natural Enterprise and local businesses, such as the Odessa Boatyard, Engenius and Solar & Renewable The Footprint Trust is grateful for the support from many organisations, these include... Geography of the Isle of Wight Geography Geography Known as the Garden Isle, this jewel of England resembles a diamond in shape — being some 23 miles east to west, from the Needles to Bembridge, and 13 miles north to south, from Cowes to St Catherine's Point. The Island is the second smallest and perhaps the most geographically diverse of England's counties, covering just 147 square miles. It is bounded by the Solent to the north and the English Channel to the south. The natural processes of deposition, folding, and erosion during the past 120 million years have resulted in the rich variety of the Island's surface geology.

The clay soil in the north and mainly sandy loams in the south are bisected by a chalk spine running west to east across the entire Island, starting at the Needles and ending at Culver Cliffs, and reaching 240 metres (787 feet) above sea level at its highest point on St Boniface Down. The resulting kaleidoscopic contrasts in the Island's scenery encompass open downland, beech woods, coniferous forests, grazing land, wide sandy beaches, sheer chalk cliffs, rocky coves, creeks and estuaries. The resident population of about 140,000 is concentrated in the main towns of the Island, all of which are coastal except for Newport, the county town in the centre of the Island. As a contrasting locality, the Island offers unrivalled opportunities for geographical study. Environmental Issues The Isle of Wight, being relatively small and populous, generates a considerable number of environmental issues, chiefly relating to the competition for resources. The essentially tranquil and rural nature of the Island is threatened by the needs of its economy, manifested in both commercial and residential development.

The driving force of wealth-generating tourism in particular can often be at odds with the need for the conservation and protection of wildlife habitats, areas of Special Scientific Interest, designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and land managed by the National Trust. Marine pollution is another muddy issue, as is the old and oft-argued question of a bridge spanning the Solent. Such issues characterise the Isle of Wight as it acknowledges and tries to reconcile the needs of both its resident population and seasonal visitors. Rivers The Western Yar © IW Tourism There are three rivers on the Island, all flowing from south to north. In the centre, and almost dividing the Island in two, the Medina rises at its source on St Catherine's Down. From here it flows north, to be joined by one of its tributaries, the Merstone stream at Blackwater, before continuing its lazy meandering until it reaches Newport Quay, where it becomes tidal. As it continues on its journey northwards, both banks are lined with marine-related industries and businesses, both service and manufacturing, while the river itself bustles with water-borne traffic of working and pleasure craft.

The river reaches the Solent at its mouth where the twin towns of Cowes and East Cowes are sited on either side. The estuary is about 17km from the source of the Medina. The Island's longest river, at 27km, is the Eastern Yar, which also has its source on the southern chalk outcrop of St Catherine's Down. From here it flows north-east, through the small town of Wroxall, before slicing through the Island's central chalk ridge at Brading, then on to meet the Solent at Bembridge harbour — the mouth of the Eastern Yar estuary. The third and shortest river, at only 3km, is the Western Yar, which has its source in the salt marshes only a few hundred metres inland from Freshwater Bay — almost making the West Wight an island in its own right. From here it flows north to its mouth at the busy harbour town of Yarmouth. Like its sister river in the east, the course and estuary of the Western Yar boasts reed beds, an abundance of wildlife, an old railway causeway, and outstanding scenery.

Settlement The Island displays an enormous variety of settlement types, characterised by the main strands of the local economy — namely tourism, farming, and light industry — as well as a significant proportion of the population being retired. This has resulted in a mixture of historic and modern developments, ranging from small harbour towns to busy ports, seaside resorts to market towns, and secluded rural villages to modern residential estates. Transport Your visit to the Island will introduce you to both familiar and different transport systems. The motorway or train on the mainland will be followed by the ferry — the first experience for many children of a 'real' ship and the sea. However, there are a variety of cross-Solent forms of transport aside from the ferries which run between Lymington and Yarmouth, Southampton and Cowes, and Portsmouth and Fishbourne. These include hovercraft (Southsea to Ryde), passenger catamaran (Portsmouth to Ryde) and hydrofoil (Southampton to Cowes). On the Island, a modern electric railway operates between Ryde Pier and Shanklin, using former London Underground rolling stock.

There is also the chance to travel back in time on the Island's steam railway, a tourist attraction based at Havenstreet, and connecting with the modern line at Smallbrook Junction. By way of further contrast, there is a crossing of the River Medina between Cowes and East Cowes via one of the country's few remaining 'floating bridges', a chain ferry which painstakingly heaves itself to and fro across the river. There are over 500 miles of roads on the Island, and almost as many miles of well-signposted footpaths and bridleways made up of more than 1,400 separate public rights of way, offering ready access to both coast and countryside. Weather Surrounded by water, the Isle of Wight can be said to have a climate of its own. With relatively mild winters, an average annual rainfall of 760mm (31.74 inches), and high light intensity, the local climate borders on subtropical and allows many Mediterranean plants and trees — even vineyards — to flourish in the open air.

South Wight is particularly blessed in this respect, and Sandown, Shanklin and Ventnor (the main seaside resorts on the Island's south-east coast) regularly top the UK league table for recorded hours of sunshine. Medina, River (Cowes to Newport) [Expanded View] - Solent: pilotage, charts, photos and marine business listings 6 Knts in Medina, 4 Knts In Newport Harbour Hazards River Dries Out Past Folly Inn Tidal Data Times & Range Stand at HW Neaps, Double HW at Springs...HW +0030 Dover (V.approx.) MHWS 4.2m MHWN 3.5M MLWN 1.8m MLWS 0.8m Tide tables: (links) This site is designed for slower, roaming broadband connections, like you would get at sea, so it needs JavaScript enabled to expand the text. Click here to show the fast loading version General Description This coverage deals with the River Medina after it leaves Cowes and makes it's way to Newport, the county town of the Isle of Wight... Once past Cowes the River changes character completely, leaving behind the industrial scenery and moving through open countryside.

The river is well marked by buoyage and moorings, and it is quite easy to find your way as far as the Folly Inn, as even at low water a boat drawing 1.5 m should be able to work their way up there. There are pontoon moorings at the Folly, most not being connected to the shore. The Folly Inn welcomes visiting yachtsman and provides some facilities for their convenience. After the Folly the River progressively dries out, and to reach Island Harbour and lock in a suitable rise of tide will be needed. Here all the normal Marina facilities are available, except that provisioning is difficult. Normal draught vessels have little trouble entering and leaving Island Harbour via its lock. In fact after leaving Cowes the only option for provisioning is really Newport. This can be reached by shoal draft vessels prepared to take the ground, or long keeled vessels prepared to lean against the wall. At high water neaps there is less than 2 m at Newport, with around 2.5 m at Springs. All main town facilities can be found in Newport, although this is not a seafaring town as such.

After the hectic comings and goings of Cowes, this section of the River makes a very pleasant and rural contrast. If you find our free coverage of Medina, River (Cowes to Newport) useful, why not consider joining up ? Membership costs £25 for life, and you can download all our harbour coverage and official "Big Ship" sailing directions in PDF form to keep offline. Members also have access to 1667 charts and UK tidal flow atlases in full screen zoomable format, plus iPad format charts, and the ability to lay these charts over Google Earth satellite imagery with variable transparency. Membership is a great tool for those who move around at sea. Find out more, CLICK HERE Approach The seaward approaches to Cowes have already been covered, and this article continues where that left off, approximately off East Cowes Marina... The River has plenty of water around this area and it is simply a matter of following it down past the conspicuous Kingston powerstation with its chimneys on your port side keeping fairly central for the best water. Red can buoy number eight (Fl.R.2s) and red can buoy number 10 (Fl.R.6s) will be left on your port hand side.

Shortly after number 10 the River bears slightly to the east, the lines of moorings clearly show the way on your starboard side, and the deepest water is fairly close to these. The Folly Inn will now be heaving into view, with INN clearly marked in huge lettering on the roof. This lies on the eastern side, and roughly opposite this are the clearly marked visitors pontoons for which there is a charge. Coverage continued: From here the River dries completely and consultations will need to be made with the tide tables if planning to go further. Anchoring is not allowed in this reach because of cables, and in any case would not be practical given the narrowness of the channel and the proximity of moorings. This patch of the River is still under the control of the Cowes Harbour Authorities, but from the Folly Inn onwards the River falls under the control of the Newport harbourmaster, and the Isle of Wight Council. With a suitable rise of tide boats of up to 2 m draft and 15 m long can get into Island Harbour, via its lock.

From the Folly Inn it is a matter of moving up River with pile moorings on either side to show the way, and when these finish there is red and green buoyage to follow. In the region of the third red buoy you pass on your port hand side, and the second green buoy on your starboard side lies the entrance to the lock, with the unmistakable control tower looking out over the river. The entrance channel makes a straight line outwards from the lock to join the main River and is marked by two small red buoys. Entry to the Marina through the lock will be covered shortly. If continuing on to Newport Quay follow the buoyage onwards, the bottom of the River does not particularly form a steep gutway, but tends to shelve more gradually. Soon after passing under the electricity cables (with a clearance of over 30 m) you should be able to identify and pick up the leading marks which are a pair of white posts on the eastern bank, forming a transit on 192°. These are lit, but it's unlikely a stranger will be making his way here at night. On your port side you will pass a Harvester pub restaurant and a Travelodge Hotel, and you're virtually there now.

On the starboard side lie the mud berths and pontoons of the Odessa Shipyard, with various small and not so small craft in residence, and on your port side will appear the pontoons of Newport Harbour specifically for small craft that can take the ground (bilge keelers). Photo number 11 in the gallery shows this pontoon clearly looking back towards the Folly, with the berths of the Odessa Shipyard clearly visible on the other side of the River. Long keeled craft prepared to take the ground and lean on the wall carry on a bit further and moor up on the port side opposite the Bargemans Rest pub. At this point the River is bridged and further navigation is impossible. Navigate on your Android tablet. An Android tablet can make a great offline instrument for actually navigating on. Light, portable, self-contained with GPS and compass, with "instant on" ability. We make charts for this purpose, £7.99 members/ £14.99 non members. Find out how it all works .

Berthing, Mooring & Anchoring Berths available for visiting yachts or motorboats include floating pontoons at the Folly Inn, Island Yacht Harbour (floating pontoons, lock in), and drying berths at Newport Town Quay. These are all now described with access details and prices: The first berthing options when approaching from Cowes are the pontoons off the Folly Inn. On the Western side (starboard) there are a couple of long isolated pontoons clearly marked for visitors. Deeper draft craft lay on the outsides, nearer the centre of the River, while shallow draft craft use the insides. In spite of the depths shown on the chart most normal craft remain afloat here at all times, although touching the soft mud bottom is a possibility at LWS. Simply look for a suitable place and tie up on the pontoon. Someone will presently appear to relieve you of a modest amount of money. (£1.40 per metre per night with short stays somewhat less). There is no water or electricity on the pontoons.

These pontoons can get very busy on summer weekends, and it may be worth contacting Cowes Harbour Control on 01983 293952 or VHF channel 69 to check availability of space at these times. It is worth knowing that the Folly Launch which operates a ferry service to the inn (and to Cowes) can reserve a berth for you. Contact them in advance by email:- follymoorings@hotmail.com with your required dates, length of boat and boat's name. To save you inflating your tender there are two water taxis operating in the area, Folly Launch (c/s Folly launch on Ch 72 or 07884 400046) and Folly Waterbus (c/s Waterbus on Ch 77 or 07974 864627) There are a couple of alongside berths with walk ashore access on the Folly side pontoon, but I've never yet seen a space available here.

Probably the only anchoring opportunity for craft able to take the ground is just past the Folly and the pile moorings to the West of the channel as marked by the two green buoys in clear sight of Island Harbour's lock and control tower. The riverbed shelves gently in this area, but the usual precautions about finding a place to settle down on the mud apply. Island Harbour can be approached and entered by craft drawing 2 m about an hour either side of MHWS, and craft 1.5 m draft about two hours either side. The lock is manned from 8 AM to 9 PM during the summer and 8 AM to 5:30 PM off-season, and craft wishing to enter should contact Island Harbour Marina on VHF channel 80 or telephone 01983 539994 as passing the Folly. The control tower looking over the River is unmistakable, and a long holding pontoon pokes out into the River at right angles from the southern side of the lock. The new approach channel follows the line of this pontoon, and is marked on the northern side by small red buoys.

Entry to the lock is controlled by simple traffic lights, wait for a green light to enter. Holding on ropes are provided within the lock, so generally it's just a matter of fendering up well entering the lock and hanging on as the water level adjusts. Quite often the lock will completely open for free flow around high water, again with entry and exit controlled by the traffic lights. The staff will direct you to a berth as you enter. There are no tidal streams to worry about within and a fair amount of room to play with once inside. All normal Marina facilities (except fuel and provisions) are available here. This summer (2014) visiting boats will be charged at £2.70 per metre per night (Mon to Thur) and £3.00 per metre per night (Fri to Sun). Shore power is available as an extra (see below) Photo number 4 in the gallery shows part of the lock with the holding on ropes visible, while photos number 5 and 6 show plenty of room to manoeuvre once inside, and the fuel pump that has been defunct as long as I can remember.

Shelter once within is near perfect, and makes a great change from the frenetic comings and goings elsewhere...... added to this is the beautiful rural setting. The marina came under new ownership in of January 2013 but retained the same personel on the ground. The new owners are a London based company and this is their first venture into the marina world so it will be interesting to see what they make of it. At the moment they intend putting a walk ashore pontoon out in the river to accomodate more visiting boats as the marina is nearly full with permanent berth holders. They also have plans to refurbish the amenities, scrap the derelict paddle steamer and, who knows, maybe even get the fuel pump working again.(Still not working 2014) A link to their website is below: Premier Inn Isle Of Wight (Newport) Hotel - UPDATED 2017 Reviews - TripAdvisor Want the lowest hotel prices? You're in the right place. We check 200+ sites for you.

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Start your review of Premier Inn Isle Of Wight (Newport) Hotel Click to rate “Within walking distance of the Earl Mountbatten Hospice” Reviewed 5 days ago NEW Very clean, quiet, fantastic bed, (room 44 is a family room and overlooks the Medina River). The only slight downfall was there was not enough tea, coffee milk etc., for a 24 hour stay - although I am sure we could have asked for more. Unfortunately our visit was for a very ill family member but this saved putting immediately... More “Weekend stay” Reviewed 1 week ago A lovely weekend break. Excellent room , quiet clean and comfortable. Reception staff excellent. Good location in the centre of Newport handy for the Red Funnel ferry. Ideal base for IOW touring. Excellent value. Review collected in partnership with premierinn.com This business uses tools provided by TripAdvisor (or one of its official Review Collection Partners) to encourage and collect guest reviews, including this one. Report “Short stay” Reviewed 1 week ago Stayed here with my daughters to visit family after Christmas, the hotel is in a good, central location to access Island, accommodation and service as you would expect from a Premier Inn.

We booked the breakfast which was ok, service was good but next time would probably just book the continental as not keen on self serve brealfast which is... Review collected in partnership with premierinn.com This business uses tools provided by TripAdvisor (or one of its official Review Collection Partners) to encourage and collect guest reviews, including this one. More Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile Stayed here for three nights. Lovely friendly staff. Easy check-in and out. We had booked a twin room, however we were given a family room, which meant one of us had to sleep on a single bed with noisy springs and without a bedside table or light, while the other had the luxurious large double with comfy mattress topper. Unfair!... More “Overnight Stay” Reviewed 2 weeks ago Good location next to a river with good views. Had everything we needed for an overnight stay. Lovely comfortable bed and great pillows. Good cooked breakfast in the morning with a choice of cereals and toast from the buffet. Review collected in partnership with premierinn.com This business uses tools provided by TripAdvisor (or one of its official Review Collection Partners) to encourage and collect guest reviews, including this one.

Report “Yet another good experience at a Premier Inn” Reviewed 2 weeks ago We always enjoy staying at a Premier Inn, the staff are always extremely helpful, the beds are comfy and the room is always cleaned to a high standard. The option to have breakfast or a meal in the evening from the attached food outlet is always a blessing, if you don't eat while on your travels. Review collected in partnership with premierinn.com This business uses tools provided by TripAdvisor (or one of its official Review Collection Partners) to encourage and collect guest reviews, including this one. Report “Great location” Reviewed 2 weeks ago Would recommend to anyone by the river near shops and bus service staff very friendly breakfastwas second to none eat as much as you like and would recommend this would be suitable for children too plenty of choice to visit Newport Cowes Ryde Shanklin from the main bus station of which us only a 15 minute walk from the hotel... Review collected in partnership with premierinn.com This business uses tools provided by TripAdvisor (or one of its official Review Collection Partners) to encourage and collect guest reviews, including this one. More “Short stay” Reviewed 2 weeks ago Comfortable and relaxed stay, pleasant surroundings. comfortable room, pleasant staff.

Central to Island, on main bus route. Plenty of activities, nightlife, wildlife parks, Sandown zoo, fossil hunting, sailing, fishing, sandy beaches, Review collected in partnership with premierinn.com This business uses tools provided by TripAdvisor (or one of its official Review Collection Partners) to encourage and collect guest reviews, including this one. Report “short break” Reviewed 4 weeks ago pleasantly surprised with the room ,and friendliness of staff ,very clean accommodation ,and great food what else could you want ? location wise excellent and easy to find , could not fault premier inns in any way Review collected in partnership with premierinn.com This business uses tools provided by TripAdvisor (or one of its official Review Collection Partners) to encourage and collect guest reviews, including this one. Report “A rather chill experience” Reviewed 4 weeks ago Apart from one welcoming lady initially on reception, the staff did not seem committed to promoting the experience of the Premier Inn brand. the room was rather cold though the bed was comfortable. Breakfast was a disappointing mediocrity that the man involved grudgingly supplied in the morning.

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Ask a question Amenities Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi ) About the property Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi ) Paid Internet Multilingual Staff Official Description (provided by the hotel) Discover the very best of the Isle of Wight from our prime position in the heart of Newport ... more less Additional Information about Premier Inn Isle Of Wight (Newport) Hotel Address: Fairlee Road, Newport PO30 2DN, England Location: United Kingdom > England > Isle of Wight > Newport Price Range: $58 - $115 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room) Hotel Class:3 star — Premier Inn Isle Of Wight (Newport) Hotel 3* Number of rooms: 136 Reservation Options: TripAdvisor is proud to partner with Booking.com, Premier Inn and Agoda so you can book your Premier Inn Isle Of Wight (Newport) Hotel reservations with confidence. We help millions of travelers each month to find the perfect hotel for both vacation and business trips, always with the best discounts and special offers. Also Known As:

Question: On whish river does Newport (Isle of Wight) stand?
Answer: MEDINA